With the publication of the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) Final Rule for 2019, which includes the Quality Payment Program (QPP) Final Rule, we can now review how radiologists can prepare to maximize their 2021 Medicare reimbursement through QPP participation in 2019. The QPP includes both the Medicare Incentive-based Payment System (MIPS) and Alternative Payment Model (APM) tracks. Since most radiology groups are currently participating in MIPS, we will focus on steps to take for successful participation in this program.
Review of The Medicare Quality Payment Program for 2019 on November 19, 2018
Categories: MPFS, MIPS, Quality Payment Program, radiology, QPP, APM
What Does APM Participation Mean for a Radiology Practice? on May 31, 2018
In our recent article we explored the ways radiology groups can begin to move toward participation in Alternative Payment Models (APM*) as an option in place of working within MIPS under the Medicare QPP. But what does APM participation mean for a radiology practice, and what should radiologists look for to begin moving in this direction?
Categories: MIPS, Quality Payment Program, MIPS participation, radiology, QPP, APM, Advanced Payment Model